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      Dillian Whyte blasts Anthony Joshua vs Oleksandr Usyk as a ‘dead fight’ and slams Ukrainian as having ‘no punch power’

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      DILLIAN WHYTE has blasted Anthony Joshua vs Oleksandr Usyk as a ‘dead fight’.And he has also slammed the Ukrainian as having ‘no punch power’.
      Anthony Joshua vs Oleksandr Usyk has been branded a ‘dead fight’ by Dillian WhyteCredit: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing
      Whyte believes Usyk does not have the power to cause AJ any troubleCredit: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing
      AJ’s scrapped fight with Tyson Fury has paved the way for a new opponent this summer.
      Fury quickly penned a deal for a trilogy battle against Deontay Wilder in Las Vegas.
      And Joshua has been ordered to take on mandatory challenger Usyk.
      Promoter Eddie Hearn has to organise the bout by May 31.
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      However, Whyte believes Usyk will pose little threat to Joshua.
      And he believes he would cause ‘major damage’ to his British rival should they ever meet in a rematch.
      Whyte told Sky Sports: “It’s a dead fight. Usyk hasn’t looked good.
      “Who has he fought at heavyweight? Chazz Witherspoon, Derek Chisora. He looked terrible in the fights. He has no punch power.
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      Whyte believes Joshua is running scared of a rematch with himCredit: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

      “Okay, he’s got good movement, but it’s not nice movement. At cruiserweight his movement was nice, but at heavyweight, his movement is not nice. It’s just so negative.
      “These guys know.You can say what you want about me, but there are two things that they cannot deny. 
      “I always come to fight and anyone that fights me, you will know that you’ve been in a fight, regardless, win, lose or draw.
      “The two fights I lost, the guys took major damage.
      “Anthony Joshua almost got knocked out when I fought him. If you watch the clips back you hear him saying, ‘If I took one more body shot from him, I would have folded in half’.
      “These guys know regardless, win, lose or draw. I come to give work.”
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      Anthony Joshua told to axe Oleksandr Usyk fight as he ‘too small’ at heavyweight and fight Luis Ortiz instead

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      LUIS ORTIZ has urged Anthony Joshua to fight him instead of Oleksandr Usyk.That’s because Ortiz reckons the Ukrainian is too SMALL to box as a heavyweight.
      Luis Ortiz has urged Anthony Joshua not to fight Oleksandr UsykCredit: https://www.instagram.com/anthonyjoshua/
      Ortiz feels former cruiserweight Usyk is too small to be competitive as a heavyweightCredit: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing
      AJ’s canned clash with Tyson Fury has opened the door for a new opponent this summer.
      Fury has already signed up for a third fight against Deontay Wilder in Las Vegas.
      And Joshua has been ordered to take on mandatory challenger Usyk.
      It’s believed Eddie Hearn has until May 31 to organise the bout.
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      However, Ortiz believes the promoter should be contacting him instead of Usyk.
      Ortiz feels Joshua will be too big and powerful for the ex-cruiserweight.
      And he insists he is the perfect challenger for AJ to take on next.
      Ortinz told BoxingScene.com: “I have been trying to get in the ring with Dillian Whyte but he refused to fight me.
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      Ortiz hopes he can secure a fight with AJ following the canned Tyson Fury scrapCredit: AP:Associated Press

      “So I went to the Ruiz vs Arreola fight and again I got a no, because Ruiz said he would need another tune-up.
      “So now that Joshua vs Fury can’t be done, I feel that me and Joshua would be an explosive fight.
      “Hearn, Joshua, Jay Jimenez, Luis DeCubas Jr, Al Haymon – I’m here and I’m ready.
      “Let’s try and make this happen. Why wait? You already have the date.
      “Don’t fight Usyk, he’s too small for you, he’s a cruiserweight. Give me a shot, you don’t even have to put your belts on the line.”
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      Jake Paul called out by 0-14 Andy Bishop as journeyman slams ‘YouTube clown’ for allegedly ‘costing him Tommy Fury bout’

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      JAKE PAUL has been called out by 0-14 boxer Andy Bishop after the journeyman claimed the YouTuber ‘stole food from his daughter’s mouth’.Reports emerged this month that the winless fighter was set to be the opponent for a televised clash with Tommy Fury – claims denied by the star’s Queensberry Promotion management.
      Andy Bishop (left) claims his dream fight has been scuppered by Jake PaulCredit: Instagram
      He says he was due to face Tommy Fury next monthCredit: Round ‘N’ Bout Media
      Jake Paul has become embroiled in a bitter rivalry with Tommy FuryCredit: Rex
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      However, Fury was mocked by bitter rival Paul for the calibre of his opponent when Bishop’s name was mentioned and there was a public backlash.
      That led to the fighter from Milnrow in Lancashire – who has just become a dad to a little girl – claiming he was snubbed by Frank Warren’s Queensbury looked for another opponent instead.
      That is another claim denied by Queensberry, but Bishop exclusively told Sun Sport: “Jake Paul is an absolute clown and I’ve actually messaged him this morning on Instagram.
      “He is the reason why I am no longer fighting Tommy – that’s what I believe.
      “He’s not going to reply to me but I’ve told him what I thought.”
      Much-maligned social media star Paul took his own pro-record to 3-0 last month when he knocked out former UFC fighter Ben Askren.
      But he could face a much trickier test if winless Bishop, from Northside Boxing Club, gets his hands on him.
      Bishop added: “The lads he has fought… I believe Askren had just had hip surgery and was obviously not fit to get in the ring and to me it looked like he was hit with the shot and that he twisted and went with the momentum.
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      Jake Paul is cutting no corners with his diet

      Andy Bishop says Jake Paul has stolen food from his daughter’s mouthCredit: Instagram

      “It was more like WWE to me and a staged performance but there’s millions of quid involved in it.”
      Bishop, who is a plant mechanic, says he is dreaming about what he would like to do to Paul.
      He added: “I would love to let my hands go on his head and that’s something I’ve mentioned to him this morning.
      “I wouldn’t be in it for the money. He could come down to Northside any day of the week and I’d love to do some rounds with Jake Paul.
      “He took food off my daughter’s table. I’m in the boxing game for the money. I’ve just paid £520 for the medical and I’m far from flush.
      “I could have done with money in my bank but I’ve only done it for the big fight, which could have had a knock-on after that and got a few more fights with rising stars.
      “That lad is only in it for one thing and that’s for the big money – obviously I don’t bring that.
      “I’d do it for nothing, I don’t want any money, I’d just be happy to spar or if we could have a contest that would be even better.
      Jake Paul knocked out Ben Askren in his last fightCredit: Getty
      “But the chances of that happening are highly unlikely – but it would make me feel better to take out my anger over what has happened with the Tommy fight.”
      Tommy Fury, the 22-year-old younger brother of WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury is attempting to forge an impressive career in the ring of his own.
      He is currently 5-0 and is now hoping to stretch that to six when he returns to the ring on June 5.
      A spokesperson for Frank Warren’s Queensberry Promotions said: “Mr Bishop was never once considered as an opponent for Tommy Fury by Frank Warren or Queensberry.
      “No one at Queensberry, or on behalf of Queensberry, has ever approached Mr Bishop or anyone connected to Mr Bishop about fighting on any of our forthcoming promotions.
      “Any suggestion otherwise is an outright falsehood. Mr Bishop’s manager will confirm this to be the case.
      “Queensberry have the exclusive rights to promote Tommy Fury and match his bouts.”

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      Tommy Fury ‘fight with 0-14 Andy Bishop OFF’ with ex-Love Island star set to potentially face unbeaten boxing prodigy

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      TOMMY FURY’S alleged controversial fight with journeyman Andy Bishop is OFF – and he could face an undefeated starlet instead.The 22-year-old younger brother of WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury is attempting to forge an impressive career in the ring of his own.
      Tommy Fury’s opponent next week is still yet to be confirmedCredit: Reuters
      Jake Paul mocked the Love Island star when reports emerged he was facing Andy BishopCredit: Instagram
      Andy Bishop (left) has spoken exclusively to Sun SportCredit: Instagram

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      Tommy is currently 5-0 and is now hoping to stretch that to six when he returns to the ring on June 5.
      The former Love Island star is fighting on the undercard of Daniel Dubois vs Bogdan Dinu on BT Sport.
      He was reportedly set to battle a man 16 years his senior in Bishop – who has a record of 0-14 – however Sun Sport understands this was never considered by Queensbury Promotions.
      Tommy was heavily criticised for the calibre of the journeyman he was reportedly taking on by both rival Jake Paul and Conor McGregor’s coach John Kavanagh.
      However, Bishop has exclusively told Sun Sport that Frank Warren’s Queensbury Promotions have lined-up an unbeaten light-heavyweight instead.
      He said: “Someone has told me he is now fighting another lad who is unbeaten.
      “I spoke to that person last night and mentioned the fight to him, but he’s rushed to get a medical, but it’s all up-in-the-air.”
      Sun Sport understands that no offer and no decision has yet been made by matchmakers on who Fury will fight next week.
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      However, a spokesperson for Warren said: “Mr Bishop was never once considered as an opponent for Tommy Fury by Frank Warren or Queensberry.
      “No one at Queensberry, or on behalf of Queensberry, has ever approached Mr Bishop or anyone connected to Mr Bishop about fighting on any of our forthcoming promotions.
      “Any suggestion otherwise is an outright falsehood. Mr Bishop’s manager will confirm this to be the case.
      “Queensberry have the exclusive rights to promote Tommy Fury and match his bouts.”
      But Bishop says: “I’m gutted. I was in two minds to get my medical and have more fights. I’ve had a little crack at it, done what I wanted to do, made a little bit of money out of it but then the Tommy Fury fight came up when John approached my friend Mick Mulchay.
      Tommy Fury will return to the ring on Saturday 5 JuneCredit: Getty
      The star is hoping to stretch his record to 6-0Credit: instagram
      “I felt it would be a good opportunity to get on TV and fight an up-and-coming star and I was confident I could give him a test, unlike his other opponents, and at least give him a go.
      “My company JPB Utilities were great and I took last Friday off work to get my medical done, £520, and now it’s all gone to waste.
      “I told my trainer and I think he spoke to Frank Warren’s matchmaker and that fight is on June 5, with a Covid test and weigh-in the day before, then it’s gone quiet.”
      The above are all claims denied by Queensbury Promotions who stress he was never approached over a potential fight.

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      Watch Tyson Fury practise left hook in training – the punch he plans to KO Deontay Wilder with in trilogy fight

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      TYSON FURY was captured practising his left hook as he fired a warning out to Deontay Wilder ahead of their trilogy fight. The WBC champion is training in America ahead of his return to the ring and has heavyweight rival Wilder on his mind.
      Tyson Fury practising his left hookCredit: Instagram / @ahmedelbali
      Tyson Fury in his win against Deontay WilderCredit: The Sun

      Hitting the heavy bag alongside light-heavyweight Ahmed Elbiali, Fury threw a one-two followed by TEN left hooks.
      The Gypsy King has happy memories of that punch, having dropped Wilder in round five of their rematch with a double left hook, to head and body.
      And he reminded the American of the very same knockdown as he uploaded a picture of Wilder on the deck.
      He captioned the post: “Please don’t forget the beat down I gave you last time chump.”
      Fury, 32, and Wilder, 35, will renew their rivalry on July 24 in Las Vegas after signing up for a trilogy bout.
      They first drew in 2018, but Wilder was emphatically beaten in the rematch two years later.
      The second fight included an immediate rematch clause but amid the coronavirus pandemic, the trilogy was cancelled.
      Fury’s side then argued the stipulation expired as they instead entered talks with Anthony Joshua for an undisputed title decider in Saudi Arabia.

      How Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder stack up ahead of the trilogy fightCredit: SUNSPORT
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      Wilder fought his case in civil court and a mediator last week ruled in his favour after months of talks.
      Fury was then faced with either paying the former champion a compensation package or proceeding with the trilogy.
      Neither had any plans to negotiate a step aside deal, meaning they are now in line for another mega-fight
      Meanwhile, Joshua, 31, has now turned to Oleksandr Usyk, 34, his WBO mandatory challenger.
      Anthony Joshua’s super-fight with Tyson Fury was cancelledCredit: PA
      Oleksandr Usyk is now in talks to fight Anthony JoshuaCredit: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing More

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      Logan Paul mocks Floyd Mayweather with unrecognisable throwback picture as kid as hated rivals prepare for fight

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      LOGAN PAUL mocked Floyd Mayweather with an unrecognisable throwback picture of when he was a kid as they build up to their fight. The YouTuber faces Mayweather in an exhibition bout on June 6 in Miami and the social media jibes are well underway.
      Floyd Mayweather faces Logan Paul on June 6Credit: Getty
      Logan Paul uploaded a throwback image onlineCredit: Instagram / @loganpaul
      In Paul’s latest, he uploaded a picture of himself as a youngster holding up a replica WWE belt.
      He joked it was around the same time Mayweather won his first title and even poked fun at the boxing legend’s smaller frame.
      Paul, 26, posted: “Fun fact @floydmayweather and I both got our first belt the same year. same height & weight class too.”
      Despite the swipe, Mayweather was a world champion by 1998 when he was just 21 years old.
      At that time, Paul was only three, highlighting the vast difference between the pair in terms of experience in the ring.
      Mayweather, 44, officially retired in 2017 after beating ex-UFC champion Conor McGregor, 32, leaving the sport with a historic 50-0 record.
      The American great is considered the greatest of his era – meanwhile Paul has boxed only TWICE before.
      Both fights were against online rival KSI, the first of which was a white collar bout resulting in a draw, which does not count on his record.

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      They turned professional one year later and KSI, 27, emerged victorious by scrappy split-decision.
      But Paul, ever the maverick entertainer, is adamant he will cause the mother of all upsets by becoming the first to beat Mayweather.
      He said: “Floyd Mayweather is so excited that he made someone bleed in sparring.
      “He posted the same picture twice from the same day, he’s so excited.
      “Hey champ, you’re not the only person who makes people bleed in sparring. Who are you sparring bro? You’re sparring trash.
      “You pipsqueak. June 6 is going to be the worst day of your life, dog. I’m going to make this so hard for you.”
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      Tyson and Paris Fury pack on PDA with intimate kiss as pair soak up Miami sun together as he trains for Wilder fight

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      TYSON FURY has been showering his wife Paris with plenty of love since she joined him in Miami.The Gypsy King, and one of his sons, left his pregnant other half behind in Morecambe last month when he jetted off to Las Vegas to train with his coach Sugarhill Steward.
      Tyson Fury is clearly enjoying being back in the company of his wife ParisCredit: Instagram
      The Gypsy King posted a video of himself giving his other half a smooch to his Instagram storyCredit: Instagram
      Paris was clearly enjoying the early display of affection from her husbandCredit: Instagram
      But they were reunited last week when Paris flew stateside with their four remaining kids.
      Fury, 32, has clearly been over the moon to be back in the company of his soul mate – posting several snaps and videos of her to his Instagram.
      And in a recent story update, the WBC heavyweight champion showered his doting wife with even more admiration.
      On Wednesday morning, Fury uploaded a video of himself and Paris having a smooch.
      A chipper and cheerful Fury said: “Good morning, Paris.”
      A seemingly tired Paris then replied: “Good morning, world.”
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      Tyson Fury was joined by his family in Miami last weekCredit: instagram.com/parisfury1
      Fury then professed his love for his wife by saying: “Je suis Paris.”
      The Furys are currently enjoying some downtime in Miami before Tyson begins his training camp for Deontay Wilder.
      Fury is set to have a trilogy fight with the American on July 24 in Las Vegas.
      The former unified heavyweight champion of the world was originally preparing for an undisputed title fight with fellow Brit Anthony Joshua.
      But the long-awaited Battle of Britain was scuppered last week when a judge ruled that Wilder is still contractually entitled to a trilogy fight.
      The tale of the tape ahead of Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder IIICredit: SUNSPORT

      A venue for the third installment of Fury vs Wilder has not yet been finalised, although the 65,000-capacity Allegiant Stadium in Vegas is in the running to host the bout.
      Fury begrudgingly agreed to the fight, which he’s vowed to end in emphatic fashion.
      After signing his bout agreement last Sunday, he said: “Wilder, this contract is signed.
      “You’re getting smashed. When I say smashed, I mean smash, smash, smash, bang.
      “You’re getting knocked out. End of. One round, you’re going. I’ve got your soul, your mojo, everything.”
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      Devin Haney vs Jorge Linares: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel and undercard for lightweight title fight

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      DEVIN HANEY is back in action this weekend as he defends his WBC lightweight world title against Jorge Linares. The 22-year-old hasn’t fought since a decision win over Yuriorkis Gamboa back in November.
      Devin Haney, 25-0, will defend his world title against Jorge LinaresCredit: Getty
      But he’ll defend his WBC crown against veteran and former world champion himself Linares in what should be a pulsating contest.
      When is Haney vs Linares?

      Haney’s big clash with Linares will take place on Saturday, May 29.
      The undercard action will get underway from 8pm (ET)/5pm (PT) and at around 1am UK time on Sunday, May 30.
      The fight will take place at the Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada.
      There will be close to 5,000 fans in attendance at the event.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Haney vs Linares will be shown live on DAZN across the world.
      You can subscribe to DAZN for $19.99 a month or purchase a full year of live streaming for $99.99 by clicking HERE.
      In the UK, DAZN costs just £1.99 a month.
      You can live stream all of the action from the DAZN app, which is available for download onto your mobile device, tablet and Smart TV.

      What have they said?
      “I’m very excited to be making my third world title defense against a great fighter like Jorge Linares, who will be the best fighter I will have ever faced in my career,” Haney said.
      “He’s a three-division world champion who has fought at the championship level for the past thirteen years.
      “I grew up watching Linares, and the fact that this fight is happening in Las Vegas is incredible.”
      Linares said: “This is my moment to show the world that I still have a lot more to give at 135 pounds.
      “Devin Haney is a talented and quick-handed young man, but when I was his age, I had already become a world champion by snatching the title away from a real world champion like Oscar Larios.”
      Devin Haney is one of the most talented young boxers in the sport todayCredit: Getty Images – Getty
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